QC Chemist - 3rd Shift New Waterloo, IA

Hydrite Chemical Co.; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Profit sharing

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Life insurance

Scholarship awards

Job summary

Hydrite Chemical Co. is seeking a QC Chemist in Waterloo, IA for quality control analysis of materials with authority to accept, adjust or reject. You will record data, prioritize lab work to support production, and perform instrument maintenance and QC checks.

Role includes providing technical support to operations, maintaining a safe lab, and initiating corrective actions. You will uphold safety SOPPs and ensure high quality results while retaining samples for reference.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field required.
• Must read, write and speak English.
• Proficiency with MS Office and data entry into systems.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality control analysis of incoming, manufacturing and outgoing material with authority to accept, adjust, or reject.
• Record and maintain analysis records accurately and neatly.
• Prioritize daily laboratory activities to meet production schedules.
• Perform instrument maintenance, calibrations, quality control checks, and solution preparations.
• Provide technical support to operations regarding quality issues and non-conforming materials.
• Maintain a clean laboratory and adhere to safety SOPPs.
• Initiate corrective actions on identified issues and maintain sample retains.
• Communicate concerns to supervisor and uphold professionalism.

Skills

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Technical aptitude

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

MS Office

Laboratory instruments

Job description

And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team.

BENEFITS

• Up to 10% Retirement Contribution
• $1.50/hour shift premium
• $600 per Year Wellness Incentive
• Medical, Dental, and Vision - Eligible f irst day of the month following hire date.

The primary purpose of this position is to perform required quality control analysis of incoming, manufacturing and outgoing material with authority to make acceptance, production adjustment, and/or rejection decisions. This position may also provide technical support to operations and sales.

Hours are for this position are Monday-Thursday from 8:00pm-6:30am

As QC Chemist, primary responsibilities include:

• Perform required quality control analysis of incoming, manufacturing and outgoing material with authority to make acceptance, production adjustment, and/or rejection decisions.
• Record and maintain analysis/records accurately, neatly, legibly and completely.
• Prioritize daily laboratory activities to meet production schedules.
• Perform instrument maintenance, calibrations, quality control checks, solution preparations, and solution standardizations.
• Provide technical support and assistance to operations/production regarding manufacturing adjustment of non-conforming materials and quality issues.
• Maintain a clean and neat laboratory at all times.
• Adhere to all safety SOPPs
• Initiate corrective actions on identified non-capable procedures or practices.
• Maintain and properly store sample retains.
• Communicate to supervisor concerns about standard laboratory procedures, operational problems, quality trends, etc.
• Maintain a professional attitude and demeanor at all times, treat others with courtesy and respect, and respond to all requests in a professional manner.
• Promote complete customer satisfaction through quality and service to both internal and external customers.
• All staff members are responsible for reporting food safety problems to their supervisor or the SQF Practitioner upon observation of a known or potential issue.
• Uphold Hydrite’s Standard of Excellence through a continuous commitment to maintain quality facilities and provide quality products and services to internal and external customers
• Perform all duties outlined in relevant SOPs and all other duties to be assigned.
• Participate in RCRA, regulatory, health & safety and process training activities as required. Review changes/additions with your supervisor. Must be RCRA compliant.

REPORTING STRUCTURE

• This position reports to the QC Lab Manager.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL CRITERIA

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or related field is required.
• Must have good communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to read, write, and speak in English.
• Proficiency in computer skills and good working knowledge with all MS Office applications.
• Ability to accurately transfer written and verbal information and documentation and enter data into existing computer system.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently as well as in a group setting.
• Able to apply mathematical and problem solving skills for resolution.
• Must possess good laboratory analytical skills.
• A drug screening is required during the pre-employment process.

BENEFITS

Benefits and perks include 401k and profit sharing, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, legal services insurance, scholarship awards for children of employees, summer picnic, community giving events, free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach.

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